mining


Why this Canadian-owned copper mine is facing fierce opposition in Panama​​
First Quantum notified the government of its intent to initiate arbitration under the Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement in 2022, during the contract’s negotiation process.
Winshear Gold moves on from Tanzania project, takes $30 million settlement
Canadian gold explorer Winshear Gold (TSXV: WINS) has ended a longstanding dispute with the Tanzanian government in regards to the company’s licences for the SMP project.
Another Canadian mining company claims compensation against Tanzania
Another Canadian mining company, Montero Mining & Exploration has confirmed a date for the hearing of an investment dispute where it is claiming a Sh168 billion (C$90m) compensation against the United Republic of Tanzania.
Government revisits trade clause that allowed Clive Palmer lawsuits
Clive Palmer’s move to sue the government in a secretive international tribunal highlights the need to amend Australia’s trade policy to prevent claims that could hamper emissions reduction efforts.
Tanzania, Canada firm in ‘conditional’ deal over $96m gold suit
Canadian firm Winshear Gold Corp has announced the suspension of its multimillion-dollar arbitration proceedings against Tanzania over a mining license dispute dating back to 2018, saying it had reached a “conditional settlement agreement” with Dodoma.
Panthera to step up action against India after local court rejects claim
A writ will be pursued by Panthera for alleged breaches by India of the Bilateral Investment Treaty with Australia, the company said in a statement.
‘Get moving or you’ll miss the boat,’ Australian resources minister tells EU
Australian Minister argues for more European investments into the Australian minerals sector, criticising the EU’s insistence on banning dual pricing in the free trade negotiations between the EU and Australia.
Winshear Gold provides update on Tanzania arbitration
Winshear Gold Corp. reports that pursuant to the company’s arbitration case against the Republic of Tanzania, the company and Tanzania have suspended arbitration proceedings and have reached a conditional settlement agreement.
Gabriel Resources asks USD 6.5 bln from Romania in gold mine project lawsuit
The final amount requested by Gabriel through interest recalculation has doubled, reaching USD 6.5 billion.
Kenya, Indonesia to sign preferential trade agreement
Kenya and Indonesia yesterday signed four bilateral agreements on food security, mining, renewable energy and health following talks between President William Ruto and Indonesia’s Joko Widodo.